2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1962 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1153 kg more than 1962 Maserati 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Maserati 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Maserati 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Suburban | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
